
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riley Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riley area of Birmingham.


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Riley, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $675 | $1,785 |
| Riley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $750 | $2,391 |
| Riley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $1,100 | $2,840 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riley Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Riley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riley area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek priced from $675. Vines at Hillside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Riley apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Royal | 2BR,2BA | $1,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riley, AL
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riley area is the $1.36 price per square foot Athens Sunroom Model at Century Lakeshore Crossings in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Riley apartment is the The Tannehill Model at The Oxmoor starting at $1,586 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Lakeshore Crossings | Athens Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Oxmoor | The Tannehill | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Cerulean | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Station at Lakeshore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riley Apartment is $675 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riley is starting from $750 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek.
What is the most affordable Riley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeshore Ridge and starts from $1,624.
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